Serious post, really!

I've heard that Wee Warts have been very effective on the W2. In years past, I've only used conventional drift gear and hardware with outstanding success. I'll be heading up that way in April and wanted to dry the Wee Wart approach to these fish.

For those out there who have successfully used Wee Warts on the W2, could you please email me with some good basic colors and techniques.

Since most all of the fishing is on the bank, I'm curious to know how one runs a Wee Wart to the fish. Cast and retreive? Stand/wade above a slot and work the plugs down and in to the fish?

I figure it's worth a shot. Sounds like it could be fun if done correctly.

Also, I will be "guiding" two Californians who are fly advocates. I've never fished the W2 with flies. Any suggestions on patterns in April?

Thanks for any info,

Parker

Parker,

I haven't used Wee Warts on the WW much so can't help you there. I might suggest to you, however, that you consider moving that trip up a month. Don't forget the steelie season ends on April 15 and most fish by late March are getting quite dark with many already at or near spawning. Good luck.

RM

Parker,
Check your e-mail. I do agree with Riverman however, March is a better month.

Make sure the W2 is somewhat clear- runoff from the mountains could make it very muddy.
I drifted with a friend approx. a month and half ago and we used the wee warts. Did not have any success due to the fact that we were not diving low enough(with the use of the wee warts). I would suggest trying a plug that dives a little deeper (wiggle wart,hot-n-tot, etc.).
Good luck!